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When Smart Becomes Dangerous

Posted on October 26, 2025 by Mark Cole

It’s good to be smart. It’s even better to be wise. But when we start thinking we’re too wise — that we’ve got life figured out, that our opinions are always right, that we no longer need correction — that’s … Continue reading →

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Knowing God: Life’s Greatest Pursuit

Posted on October 22, 2025 by Mark Cole

In every generation, people chase after something — success, happiness, security, or meaning. But the Bible makes it clear that life’s greatest pursuit is not a possession, a position, or even a purpose — it’s to pursue the One who … Continue reading →

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When Progress Leads Us Away from Peace

Posted on October 20, 2025 by Mark Cole

Jeremiah 6:16 “This is what the Lord says:‘Stop at the crossroads and look around.Ask for the old, godly way, and walk in it.Travel its path, and you will find rest for your souls.But you reply, “No, that’s not the road … Continue reading →

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Jeremiah – The Weeping Prophet with a Courageous Heart

Posted on October 18, 2025 by Mark Cole

The book of Jeremiah is one of the most powerful and emotional books in the Bible. It tells the story of a prophet called by God to speak truth during one of the darkest times in Israel’s history. While other … Continue reading →

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The Faith That Comes from Meeting Jesus

Posted on October 13, 2025 by Mark Cole

When Saul of Tarsus met Jesus on the road to Damascus, everything changed. One encounter with the living Christ transformed him from a persecutor of believers into one of the greatest ambassadors of the Gospel. In Acts 22:14–16, Paul recalls … Continue reading →

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Walking Humbly with God: Lessons from the Book of Micah

Posted on October 11, 2025 by Mark Cole

The prophet Micah lived during a time of great corruption, injustice, and spiritual decline in Israel and Judah. He was a contemporary of Isaiah and spoke boldly against leaders, priests, and prophets who had strayed from God’s truth. Yet, amid … Continue reading →

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Pray and Obey

Posted on October 10, 2025 by Mark Cole

When it comes to following Jesus, two simple words summarize the heart of a faithful life: pray and obey. These two actions—seeking God’s will and walking in it—form the foundation of every fruitful Christian journey. Many of us are good … Continue reading →

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What’s the Best Thing I Should Be Doing Right Now?

Posted on October 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

Finding focus, purpose, and productivity through God’s wisdom One simple question has the power to change the direction of your day—and even your life:“What’s the best thing I should be doing right now?” It sounds like a productivity hack, but … Continue reading →

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Don’t Wait to Do Good

Posted on October 4, 2025 by Mark Cole

Proverbs 3:27–28 says:“Do not withhold good from those who deserve itwhen it’s in your power to help them.If you can help your neighbor now, don’t say,‘Come back tomorrow, and then I’ll help you.’” This short passage carries a profound challenge … Continue reading →

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Learning to Hear God’s Voice

Posted on October 1, 2025 by Mark Cole

One of the greatest privileges of following Jesus is learning to recognize and respond to His voice. From the opening pages of Scripture to the final words of Revelation, God reveals Himself as a God who speaks. He doesn’t remain … Continue reading →

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Tag Archives: obedience

When Smart Becomes Dangerous

Knowing God: Life’s Greatest Pursuit

When Progress Leads Us Away from Peace

Jeremiah – The Weeping Prophet with a Courageous Heart

The Faith That Comes from Meeting Jesus

Walking Humbly with God: Lessons from the Book of Micah

Pray and Obey

What’s the Best Thing I Should Be Doing Right Now?

Don’t Wait to Do Good

Learning to Hear God’s Voice

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